Oppo launched the Oppo A3 Pro, a mid-range smartphone, in China. This phone stands out because it’s the first mainstream smartphone in recent times to pass IP69, IP68, and IP66 certification for waterproofing. Check the offerings from it.
Special features
Oppo claims it can handle hot water, soaking water, and strong water spray. It features Oppo’s Crystal Glass protection on both front and back. Additionally, it’s the first smartphone to earn Swiss SGS Gold Label 5-star drop resistance certification and pass a national military standard impact resistance test in China. Oppo asserts that the A3 Pro is tough against drops and scratches.
Oppo A3 Pro specifications
Display
The Oppo A3 Pro features a large 6.7-inch AMOLED display. It has FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, providing sharp visuals and smooth scrolling. The screen can reach up to 950 nits of brightness. Security is enhanced with an in-screen fingerprint sensor.
Performance
Running on ColorOS 14-based Android 14, the phone offers a seamless user experience. Inside, it packs the powerful Dimensity 7050 chipset. With either 8 GB or 12 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 256 GB or 512 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, it ensures fast performance and ample space for your files and apps.
Camera
The Oppo A3 Pro features an 8MP front camera. On the rear, it houses a 64MP primary camera and a 2MP depth sensor. The front camera can shoot FHD video at 30fps, while the primary rear camera supports 4K video recording at 30fps.
Battery and other features
To keep you going all day, the A3 Pro is fueled by a 5,000mAh battery. And when it’s time to recharge, the 67W fast charging support gets you back to full power quickly. Other features include dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, and a USB-C port.
Pricing
The Oppo A3 Pro is available in China with three storage options: 8GB+128GB, 12GB+256GB, and 12GB+512GB, priced at 1,999 Yuan ($275), 2,199 Yuan ($300), and 2,499 Yuan (~$345) respectively. It comes in colors like Azure (glass back), Mountain Blue (leather-back), and Yunjin Pink (leather-back). There’s no confirmation yet on its global release.
